Managing premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

This patient information leaflet provides advice to women on how to manage premenstrual syndrome (PMS).

This information is for you if you have, or think you have, premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and want to know more about it. It may also be helpful if you are a partner, relative or friend of someone who is affected by PMS.

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is the name given to a collection of physical and emotional symptoms that can occur in the two weeks before you have your period. These symptoms usually get better once your period starts and often disappear by the end of your period.

This information leaflet provides general information about PMS, including: